Patterns of retroperitoneal trauma following gunshot violence: A case series.

Introduction: Abdominal trauma is defined as any injury to the abdomen and its containing viscera. Common penetrating injuries including gunshot or stab injuries are increasing worldwide. However, retroperitoneal gunshot injuries have a lower incidence than trans-abdominal trauma and can have substantially different outcomes.

Benign subcutaneous emphysema: A case report with bite.

Introduction: Subcutaneous emphysema is the presence of air/gas within the subcutaneous tissue plane. Though there are numerous causative factors, benign subcutaneous emphysema is rare.

Case Report: We report a very rare case of benign subcutaneous emphysema following an insect bite on the forearm of a 48-year old man.